Book description
From the New York Times bestselling author of Star Wars: Resistance Reborn comes the "engrossing and vibrant" (Tochi Onyebuchi, author of Riot Baby) first book in the Between Earth and Sky trilogy inspired by the civilizations of the Pre-Columbian Americas and woven into a tale of celestial prophecies, political intrigue, and forbidden magic. A god will return When the earth and sky converge Under the black sun In the holy city of Tova, the winter solstice is usually a time for celebration and renewal, but this year it coincides with a solar eclipse, a rare celestial even proscribed by the Sun Priest as an unbalancing of the world. Meanwhile, a ship launches from a distant city bound for Tova and set to arrive on the solstice. The captain of the ship, Xiala, is a disgraced Teek whose song can calm the waters around her as easily as it can warp a man's mind. Her ship carries one passenger. Described as harmless, the passenger, Serapio is a young man, blind, scarred, and cloaked in destiny. As Xiala well knows, when a man is described as harmless, he usually ends up being a villain. Crafted with unforgettable characters, Rebecca Roanhorse has created a "brilliant world that shows the full panoply of human grace and depravity" (Ken Liu, award-winning author of The Grace of Kings). This epic adventure explores the decadence of power amidst the weight of history and the struggle of individuals swimming against the confines of society and their broken pasts in this "absolutely tremendous" (S.A. Chakraborty, nationally bestselling author of The City of Brass) and most original series debut of the decade.
"A god will return when the earth and sky converge under the black sun in the holy city of Tova... The winter solstice is usually a time for celebration and renewal, but this year it coincides with a solar eclipse, a rare celestial event proscribed by the Sun Priest as an unbalancing of the world. Meanwhile, a ship launches from a distant city bound for Tova and set to arrive on the solstice. The captain of the ship, Xiala, is a disgraced Teek whose song can calm the waters around her as easily as it can warp a man's mind. Her ship carries one passenger. Described as harmless, the passenger, Serapio, is a young man, blind, scarred, and cloaked in destiny. As Xiala well knows, when a man is described as harmless, he usually ends up being a villain. Crafted with unforgettable characters, Rebecca Roanhorse has created an epic adventure exploring the decadence of power amidst the weight of history and the struggle of individuals swimming against the confines of society and their broken pasts in the most original series debut of the decade"--
Easy Mac
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BuffFreak
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SmartieQuest
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NexusNomad
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MindfulMingle
The interface is sleek and modern. Itβs a joy to use. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
ThoughtTrail
ListenBook has made audiobook listening a personalized and enriching journey. I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever. Auto-rewind is incredibly helpful. Excellent functionality.
Cinder Coffee
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Grinch Cheese
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Trash Sling
The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. Downloading over WiFi is super efficient. Saves a lot of time. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
RawSkills
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IdeaAlchemy
is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. Book groups are a thoughtful addition. I can group related titles for easy access. I love the ability to change the background color. Itβs a nice touch.
Toe
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The Final Judgement
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my life so much easier. This app's user-friendly interface has made audiobook listening a breeze, even for a tech novice like me.
Cougar Fuzz
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Darkside Orbit
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. ππ This app has rekindled my love for books β I can't stop listening! ππ§ ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives.
Are Ess Tee
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. ListenBook is a prime example of user-centered design. It's clear that the developers understand audiobook lovers' needs. AirDrop sharing is a very convenient feature. Thanks, ListenBook! Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
Liquid Death
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Forger
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Badger the Burglar
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience